Here are some of the comments from political figures about Republican Florida Sen. Dorothy Hukill, who died at age 72.

Hukill, who had cervical cancer, represented District 14, which includes northern Brevard County and southern Volusia County.

• Florida Gov. Rick Scott: “My wife, Ann, and I are with heavy heart to learn of Sen. Dorothy Hukill’s passing today. Sen. Hukill was a true leader in the Florida Senate and served the public with distinction. She worked to make our state a better place to live and leaves an incredible legacy. We are all grateful for her commitment to Florida families. Our prayers are with Dorothy’s family today and to those closest to her. We are also praying for our friends and colleagues in the Florida Senate, who loved and admired Senator Hukill so much."

• Former Florida Senate President Mike Haridopolos: "Our prayers go out to Dorothy L. Hukill‘s family. We were proud to call her our friend. Dorothy worked tirelessly for her community and our state. Her big heart, humor and dedication will never be forgotten. I was proud to serve in the Legislature with her and to support her campaigns through the years. To Dorothy on a life WELL lived!"

Former Florida House Speaker Steve Crisafulli(Photo: File)

• Former Florida House Speaker Steve Crisafulli: "So sad to hear of the news of the passing of my friend, Senator Dorothy Hukill. While cancer may have taken her away from us today, the memories of her smile, her fight and her wit will never be taken away. RIP Dorothy."

• Florida Senate President Joe Negron: "She was a strong and passionate advocate for her community. I personally admired her passion for education and was proud to have Dorothy serve as chair of the Committee on Education during my service as Senate president. Whenever I was in District 14 with Senator Hukill, I could literally feel the affection and admiration of her community. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. The prayers of the entire Senate family are with Senator Hukill’s family and friends, and we join in their grief over this terrible loss."

• Florida Senate President-designate Bill Galvano: "Dorothy was an amazingly charismatic and passionate person. I will always remember her quick wit and tremendous sense of humor. She was as fierce as she was loving. She demonstrated grace and beauty in suffering and maintained her fighting spirit until the very end."

Florida Rep. Randy Fine(Photo: Provided)

• Florida Rep. Randy Fine, whose 53rd District includes southern Brevard County: "So sorry to hear this. My prayers are with her and her family."

• Florida Sen. Travis Hutson, whose 7th District includes Flagler, St. Johns and northern Volusia County: "Today we have lost an amazing person, wonderful leader and dear friend."

• Florida Sen. Anitere Flores: “With a heavy heart, I extend my thoughts and prayers to Senator Dorothy Hukill’s family and friends. I had the honor to serve with Dorothy in the Florida House and Senate, and there’s not one day she wasn’t an exceptional leader, a fierce advocate for children and education and most importantly a kind soul. It has been a true privilege to know and serve alongside this brave woman, and I find comfort in knowing her legacy will live on."

• Mel Martin, Democratic candidate for the District 14 seat: "There are no words that would prove appropriate or able to capture the soul’s ache when someone passes. There is only shared pain, and the closer you are to losing someone, the sharper and deeper the sorrow. My heart grieves heavily for Dorothy’s loved ones. Time may help assuage the pain, as we remember her incredible dedication and service — her beautiful, rippling legacy in Florida. But today and in the coming days, we hold you tight in our embracing thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry."

• Brevard County Commission Vice Chair Kristine Isnardi: "Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. She was a wonderful woman, and will be sadly missed by so many. Dorothy was so caring and an absolute representative to all."

• Rick Lacey, chairman of the Brevard Republican Executive Committee: "I am shocked and heartbroken that this has happened. Those high heels are going to be hard shoes to fill. She’s going to be sorely missed.”

Cocoa Beach Mayor Ben Malik(Photo: provided)

• Cocoa Beach Mayor Ben Malik: "We lost a great advocate for our region and true public servant. Prayers for the family."

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Melbourne City Council member Yvonne Minus(Photo: For FLORIDA TODAY)

• Melbourne City Council member Yvonne Minus: "My Lord, another angel has taken her flight. My sincere prayers to her family. #HukillForever."

Melbourne City Council member Tim Thomas(Photo: Provided)

• Melbourne City Council member Tim Thomas: "God Bless and comfort the Hukill family. You are in my thoughts and prayers."